Idenitfy properties with enough deferred maintenance for a discount and not enough for Full scale renovation.With 10+ unit properties, you can utilize more DSCR loans and drive the value through the income approach to valuation. 

Maybe someone can help me understand There is only 1 Saturday in a week and if more than 1 go vacant at the same time, it could spell problems.Plus, If you want to scale to 30units or 50+ units doing it yourself could also spell problems without the right systems and processes in place.Nobody will look after the property as much as you will yourself, but scaling your portfolio and not having just another full time job in real estate (Investing should be for passive income and not another full time job, right?)

These deductions can significantly reduce your taxable income.

I think I am looking for someone to do taxes and give tax advice but I am 52 with a great job and would like some advice for investing / retirement planning. 

So it’s all tax free income.

Banks are paranoid about debt to income ratios, and I can't find an insurer for a rental.

While some states may have more business-friendly tax systems, others may not have any income tax at all.5.

Employment drivers of areaCrime of areaMedian household incomeCurrent rent to income ratios, and if value-add deal stabilized rent to income ratiosAnticipated hold periodLength of LoanI/O or AmortizingCapex items and "what happens if you have to hold longer than anticipated?  

House hacking is one of the most popular strategies you can take and it can be a great way to build wealth and generate passive income, but it's important to have a long-term plan in place.

Also, focus on 2 years of job/income stability.Class D Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, all cashflow with zero or negative relative rent & value appreciationVacancy Est: 20%+ should be used to cover nonpayment, evictions & damages.Tenant Pool: majority will have FICO scores under 560, little to no good tradelines, lots of collections & chargeoffs, recent evictions.